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Dr. Paul Oczypok, MD

Dr. Paul Oczypok, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oczypok, Internist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Paul Oczypok, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Oczypok graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Oczypok is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oczypok’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oczypok’s office at (412) 922-3773.

    Where did Dr. Oczypok go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Oczypok board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Oczypok, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Oczypok speak?

    Dr. Oczypok and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Oczypok treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Oczypok diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Oczypok. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsore

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
    • L89892: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 2

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Profound Intellectual Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Severe developmental delay
    • Profound cognitive impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F73: Profound intellectual disabilities

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    What procedures does Dr. Oczypok perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Oczypok performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Oczypok. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
    • Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
    • Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
    • GJ Tube Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Tube Conversion (Stomach to Small Intestine)
    • G-tube to J-tube Conversion
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Conversion
    • Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 49446: Conversion of gastrostomy tube to gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report

    Does Dr. Oczypok accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oczypok accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 922-3773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oczypok accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Oczypok in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Oczypok's office located?

    Dr. Paul Oczypok's Primary Practice

    1 Walsh Rd

    Pittsburgh, PA 15205

    (412) 922-3773

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    Dr. Paul Oczypok's Practice 2

    1 Crafton Ingram Shp Ctr

    Pittsburgh, PA 15205

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    What is Dr. Oczypok's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Oczypok's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679564371.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oczypok?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oczypok

    What is Dr. Paul Oczypok's specialty?

    Dr. Oczypok is a Internist near Pittsburgh, PA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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    Is this Dr. Paul Oczypok affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oczypok is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Paul Oczypok accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Oczypok is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Oczypok offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oczypok's office at (412) 922-3773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Oczypok?

    Please contact Dr. Oczypok's office at (412) 922-3773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Oczypok have?

    Dr. Paul Oczypok is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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